2004 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Lanos.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lanos | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Lanos | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
